CVE-2024-43450

Summary

CVE-2024-43450 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting Windows DNS servers. This issue enables an attacker to conduct DNS spoofing attacks, potentially redirecting users to malicious websites or intercepting their internet traffic. An attacker can exploit this weakness by sending specially crafted DNS response packets, which can be accepted as valid by the vulnerable DNS server. This can lead to serious security consequences, including data theft or man-in-the-middle attacks. It is essential for organizations using Windows DNS servers to apply the available patch or implement mitigation strategies to protect against this vulnerability.

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